N.É.V.A. 2026: immiGrand honors five recipients on November 21 in Lachine
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This is a press release from the organization ImmiGrand. Father Bernard Antoine, c.s.c., rector of Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, the largest sanctuary in the world dedicated to Saint Joseph, which welcomes approximately two million pilgrims and visitors each year. Originally from Dondon, Haiti, a priest of the Congregation of Holy Cross and longtime educator, he led the Collège Notre-Dame du Perpétuel Secours in Cap-Haïtien before settling in Montreal in 2017.
This is a press release
L'Organisme immiGrand will hold the 5th edition of N.É.V.A. – Nos Étoiles Venues d'Ailleurs on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at L'Entrepôt – Maison de la culture de Lachine, a recognition ceremony followed by a cocktail reception. For the first time, the event will take place in Lachine, where the organization's headquarters are located.
Five awards, six people being honoured
All recipients of this 5th edition have confirmed their attendance. The ceremony will recognize their contributions, talent and commitment:
Father Bernard Antoine, c.s.c., rector of Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, the largest sanctuary in the world dedicated to Saint Joseph, which welcomes approximately two million pilgrims and visitors each year. Originally from Dondon, Haiti, a priest of the Congregation of Holy Cross and a long-time educator, he led the Collège Notre-Dame du Perpétuel Secours in Cap-Haïtien before settling in Montreal in 2017.
Roger Petit-Frère, Adm.A., executive director of Centre Jean-Paul-Lemay since 2006, where he helps a significant number of people obtain a Secondary 5 equivalency, a DEP or an AEC.
Me Frandley Denis Julien, lawyer, founder of The Law Offices of Frandley D. Julien, P.A. (North Miami Beach). In a context marked by a migration crisis in the United States, he helps the Haitian community free of charge by informing them of immigration issues, presenting and explaining relevant judicial decisions that affect them.
Samuel Maudet and Christina Campbell, of the bakery Au Bout Là-Bas (rue Notre-Dame, Lachine). Claire de Bailliencourt, Director of Member Relations and Partnerships, French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Canada.
The Mayor of Lachine, Ms. Julie-Pascale Provost, will be in attendance and will present the award to Samuel Maudet and Christina Campbell of the bakery Au Bout Là-Bas. Isaac Bosquet, CEO of Dame Sara, will present the award to Roger Petit-Frère. Aissatou Sidibé, recipient of the 2025 edition, is the spokesperson for this 5th edition.
Practical Information Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026 Schedule: official ceremony from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., followed by a cocktail reception from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Location: L'Entrepôt – Maison de la culture de Lachine, 2901 boulevard Saint-Joseph, Montréal (Québec) H8S 4B7
About N.É.V.A. and L'Organisme immiGrand
N.É.V.A. – Nos Étoiles Venues d'Ailleurs is an annual recognition event launched in 2022 that celebrates the richness of people from immigrant backgrounds by shining a light on individuals who stand out for their contributions, talent, accomplishments and commitment to their communities. To date, 16 individuals have been honoured, including Senator Suze Youance, before more than 500 attendees.
Incorporated on December 24, 2020, L'Organisme immiGrand is a Montreal-based non-profit organization that works toward the socioeconomic integration of immigrants.